Blake Harkness

A recent Mechatronics Engineering graduate with mechanical, electrical and software problem solving skills. I am  currently working at MainPower as a Graduate Network Engineer looking into the use cases for artificial intelligence to improve efficiency and data analytics.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with side projects such as 3D printing, IoT devices and keeping active in the outdoors. 

Contact Email: blake.ac.harkness@gmail.com

AI for CNC Quality Control - Individual
Demonstrated Skills: Data Preparation and Preprocessing, Python, Model Selection, TensorFlow/Keras, Image Processing and Computer Vision 

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Chemical Wash Dilution Detection - Group Project
Demonstrated Skills: C Microcontroller Programming,  Debugging and Troubleshooting, Serial and Bluetooth Communication, Hardware Testing, Teamwork and Communication

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Embedded System Hardware Testing - Pair Project
Demonstrated Skills: C Microcontroller Programming,  Debugging and Troubleshooting, Serial Communication, Hardware Testing, Teamwork and Communication

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Self Navigating Vacuum Cleaner - Group Project
Demonstrated Skills: Mobile App Development, Object Oriented Programming, C Microcontroller ProgrammingUI Design, PCB Design, Teamwork, Leadership and Communication

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C++ Checkers with AI Opponent - Individual  Project
Demonstrated Skills: Object Oriented Programming, C++,  Game Design,  Minmax algorithm, User input and interfacing

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Sandwich Press CAD Model - Individual Project
Demonstrated Skills: Solidworks, CAD, Technical Drawings

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Coil Winder - Group Project
Demonstrated Skills: Microcontroller programming, Sensor Interfacing, Motor Control, CAD design, Solidworks, PCB Design, Laser Cutting, Team Work and Communication

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Temperature Sensing RC Boat - Group Project
Demonstrated Skills: Microcontroller programming, Sensor Interfacing, Motor Control, CAD design, Solidworks, Laser Cutting, Team Work and Communication

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Finite Element Analysis (FEA) - Individual
Demonstrated Skills: Solidworks, Research, Finite Element Analysis, Simulation

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